Adjunct Faculty - Continuing Education Photography Instructor

Tulsa Community College is seeking a qualified adjunct instructor to teach Continuing Education Photography courses. Instructor is hired on a semester-by-semester basis depending on program needs. Teaching assignments are not guaranteed and will be offered as courses become available.

Salary is based on course contract. Campus assignments vary.

The ideal candidate will be able to teach a wide range of photography courses, with a strong emphasis on smartphone photography (iPhone and Android) and traditional digital photography.

This role requires an experienced working photographer who is also an effective instructor, able to teach beginners through advanced hobbyists in both classroom and hands‑on field environments.

Instructor must be proficient in teaching both iPhone and Android smartphone photography, including:

• iPhone photography (iOS camera features, settings, and tools)
• Android photography (Samsung, Google Pixel, and other Android devices)
• Composition, lighting, focus, and exposure using smartphones
• Portrait, landscape, street, travel, and night photography
• Mobile editing using apps such as Adobe Lightroom Mobile and Snapseed
• Photo organization, storage, and sharing workflows
• Smartphone accessories (tripods, gimbals, lighting, lenses)
• Computational photography and AI-based camera features
• Key differences between iOS and Android camera systems

Instructor should also be able to teach:

• Photography I (Camera Basics, Exposure, Composition)
• Photography II (Intermediate Techniques, Lighting, Manual Controls)
• Photography III (Advanced Techniques, Portfolio Development)
• Nature Photography
• Sports Photography
• Street Photography
• Black & White Photography
• Portrait Photography
• Digital Editing and Workflow
• Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop Introduction
• Photography After Dark

• Significant professional experience as a photographer (no formal degree required)
• Strong working knowledge of both smartphone photography and traditional digital photography
• Ability to teach and communicate effectively with adult learners
• Portfolio demonstrating a range of photographic work (portrait, sports, nature, street, etc.)
• Comfort teaching hands‑on, practical photography in classroom and field settings
• Experience teaching photography workshops, classes, or private instruction
• Familiarity with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
• Experience working with community education, adult learners, or continuing education programs
• Strong communication and classroom engagement skills
• Ability to adapt instruction for beginners through advanced students